Articles Tagged “Dancehall”
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The U.K. Awaits the Arrival of Mighty Crown
Mighty Crown is in high gear as they wrap up the U.S. leg of their 28-city “Driving Force Tour.” And for fans in the U.K., this couldn’t happen fast enough! U.K. fans are anxiously awaiting the late May arrival of the “Far East Rulers,” so much so that a massive billboard (not poster, but billboard) [...]
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Vybz Kartel Accused Of Trying To Bribe Witness, Recording Behind Bars + His Lawyer Speaks
Controversial dancehall artiste Vybz Kartel, has been in remand on two counts of murder and other charges, for over 17 months! Vybz Kartel, born Adidjah Palmer, has seen his cases delayed for this period of time and has now been accused of trying to bribe a witness, in addition to, using a cell phone and [...]
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VIDEO: NOISEY JAMAICA on demonic dancehall artist Tommy Lee Sparta (Episode 3)
In case you missed it, check out NOISEY JAMAICA’s third episode in its dancehall series, featuring rising star, Tommy Lee Sparta. NOISEY JAMAICA introduces you to controversial Jamaican artiste known as the “gothic dancehall Anti-Christ.” Tommy Lee Sparta in the third installment of the deep investigation into Jamaica’s dancehall scene, executive produced by Snoop Lion. [...]
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VIDEO: NOISEY JAMAICA web series shines light on Popcaan (EPISODE 2)
NOISEY JAMAICA has released the second episode in its dancehall series, featuring rising star, Popcaan. Executive produced by Snoop Lion, NOISEY JAMAICA’s second installment introduces you to Vybz Kartel’s protégé – Popcaan. Popcaan, who is presently featured alongside Mavado on Snoop Dogg’s latest single “Lighters Up,” has his share of good publicity and negative criticism. [...]
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VIDEO: Snoop Dogg’s NOISEY JAMAICA web series (EPISODE 1)
The new web series, NOISEY JAMAICA: Dancehall, aired for the first time yesterday on YouTube on Noisey’s YouTube channel. NOISEY JAMAICA is executive produced by Snoop Dogg and was inspired by his visits. The show is narrated and also produced by Codine Williams. Williams, a born Jamaican, stated that the show was her idea but [...]
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UPDATE: Bounty Killer freed of gun charge
Dancehall entertainer Bounty Killer and former police constable Calis Bowen were freed on Friday (Dec. 14) of gun charges in the High Court Division of the Gun Court. “It’s a big relief off my head because you know I’ve been through a lot and to have this hanging over my head it was really a [...]
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OFFICIAL VIDEO: Kalado – “Whole Night”
Dancehall rising star Kalado is hitting hard with his latest official music video for his latest single, “Whole Night.” The Alliance Next Generation member is definitely appealing to his female fans in this suggestive single and video directed by Banks Exposure. Check out Kalado in “Whole Night” below: RELATED STORIES: UPDATE: Sting adds Sizzla [...]
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VIDEO: Busy Signal sits down for first TV interview with OnStage’s Winford Williams
In case you missed it…. Newly released dancehall superstar, Busy Signal, recently sat down with broadcast journalist, Winford Williams of OnStageTV TV, for his first on-air interview since his return. Busy Signal, real name Reanno Gordon, recalls his ordeal over the last 6 months being in a Minnesota prison for absconding bail on a drug [...]
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UPDATE: Vybz Kartel to stand trial for Clive ‘Lizard’ Williams’ murder in 2013!
Controversial dancehall entertainer, Vybz Kartel, goes on trial on January 21 next year for the murder of Clive ‘Lizard’ Williams, who was killed last year over the disappearance of an illegal gun. The trial was originally scheduled to begin today, but Kartel’s attorney, Valerie Neita Robertson was not available to start as she is appearing [...]
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UPDATE: Elephant Man’s rape case postponed
The preliminary enquiry into rape allegations against dancehall artiste Elephant Man was on Monday postponed in the Corporate Area Resident Magistrate’s court. The enquiry is now set to start on February 11, 2013. The case was postponed due to an outstanding forensic report, among other things. The artiste’s $400,000 bail was extended until the February date. [...]
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GAY IN THE CARIBBEAN: What happens when a Caribbean artiste gets caught?
Dear Readers, In this weekend’s article, I wish to touch on a topic not because it is masked with sensationalism but because it is a very true phenomenon which occurs globally. Whether you are in the entertainment industry or the sporting fraternity, the fact remains that once you are in the public’s eye, you are [...]
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OFFICIAL VIDEO: Gappy Ranks smokes it up in “West Coast”
UK-based Dancehall artiste Gappy Ranks recently toured the US in support of his contribution Cookies EP. The artiste of Jamaican and Dominican blend is paying homage to what most dancehall and reggae artistes sing about….MARIJUANA! “When am on the west coast is the best coast, always a smoke the high grade till mi eye close, [...]
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OH NO! Did Popcaan really switch out on the Gaza?
It’s all the buzz in the dancehall fraternity that Popcaan and Tommy Lee, members of Vybz Kartel’s Gaza squad are set to release a new single with Mavado….Kartel’s biggest rival. Popcaan, Mavado and Tommy Lee are all expected to be featured on this new Snoop Dogg Lion track. Information is a bit hush hush at [...]
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VIDEO: Beenie Man defends Vybz Kartel – “Without a body, there is no murder!”
The Jamaican dancehall king gives his insight into the Vybz Kartel murder case, saying that “without a body, there is no murder.” He offers his support to Kartel, saying “he’s my friend, and he’s my artist.” Check out the exclusive VLAD TV interview below: RELATED STORIES: Vybz Kartel releases new book: “The Voice [...]
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ARTISTES: Would you like to perform on ‘Groovin In The Park’ concert stage? Deets inside…
‘Groovin In The Park’ is a fully loaded reggae and R&B concert that takes place in Roy Wilkins Park in Queens, NY on Sunday July 1. The star-studded lineup for this dazzling show includes reggae legends Jimmy Cliff, Beres Hammond and dancehall king Beenie Man alongside R&B icons Gladys Knight and Boyz 11 Men. But [...]
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DRAMA: Popcaan issues Statement on Vybz Kartel, Gaza, PG 13 + more
This statement is addressed to all media and my fans. Because of facts mixed with persistent rumors I feel that I need to set the record straight. I will not be making any further statements or conducting any interviews on these subjects. Portmore Empire The world already knows that my career was launched from the [...]
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Adidjahiem Records issues statement saying Vubz Kartel is not recording in jail!
JAYBLESSED.com received an official statement from Adidjahiem Records in regards to Vybz Kartel’s “new music.” Read more below: Adidjahiem Records would like to make it clear, that Adidja ‘Vybz Kartel’ Palmer has not recorded any material since his arrest in 2011. Any songs containing material from Vybz Kartel that were released after his arrest, were [...]
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VIDEO: Beenie Man Issues Statement to Gays For Homophobic Lyrics
Internationally acclaimed dancehall superstar, Beenie Man has publicly confirmed his stance regarding gay and lesbian critics who have continuously criticized him throughout his prestigious career. In a video posted via the official YouTube page of Rototom Sunsplash, the self-professed King of Dancehall issued a statement regarding the flack he’s received from gay and lesbian rights [...]
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VIDEO: Sean Paul Fulfills Dream Of Performing In Belfast
Sean Paul has revealed he finally fulfilled his “dream” of performing in Belfast as he performed at MTV Presents Titanic Sounds. The Jamaican dancehall star, who arrived in Northern Ireland by private jet, took listeners back through the years as he sang hits such as Gimme The Light, Baby Boy and I’m Still In Love [...]
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VIDEO: Mavado and Drake performing live in Paris
I had this video in my draft since earlier this month and totally forgot about it. Sorry peeps! So…just in case you missed the video of Mavado and Drake performing live at Dock Pullman in Paris, I got you! Peep Drizzy Drake and dancehall’s Starbwoy Mavado in a quick video below: Nice!
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After 15 Years Jamaican Superstar Sean Paul Quits Smoking Weed – But Instead He…
In a recent interview with The Sun UK, Sean Paul has revealed that he no longer smokes marijuana. Attributing his decision to quit smoking weed to health reasons, the dancehall star has found a new way to enjoy his favorite herb. “I’ve found a different method to, how shall I say, consume. I make tea [...]
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OFFICIAL VIDEO: Potential Kidd – “Yah Suh Nice”
This dude came out of no where with one of the biggest hits on the dancehall scene. In case you missed it, check out Jamaica’s Potential Kidd in the official video for his hit single, “Yah Suh Nice” below:
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NEW MUSIC: Nicki Minaj feat. Beenie Man – “Gun Shot”
So finally we hear the big collab between Trini-born rapstress Nicki Minaj and King of the Dancehall Beenie Man in their new single, “Gun Shot.” Last year at Reggae Sumfest, Nicki met Beenie Man for the first time and spoke on wanting to record with the dancehall star. Well, the reigning rap queen got her [...]
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Blue Diesel Riddim – Crop Over 2012
Ah yes Bajan massive, it’s time for the Crop Over 2012 tunes to start dropping! I don’t know about you, but I’ve always been a big fan of Soca music from Barbados, and even though they don’t seem too welcoming of us Jamaicans to their island - wait, did I say that out loud? [...]
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Mavado, Gabriel and Julian condemned for being absent at Miss Ivy’s funeral!
I looked in my inbox and found this very compelling story from a source about the funeral for Miss Ivy, the mother dancehall veteran Bounty Killer and key dancehall “friends” that were visibly absent from the occasion. Upon contacting ANG, the story was verified to be very true, however, the story did not come from [...]
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